When does Connors Farm peak in 2026?

Peak color is predicted for October 21–October 25 (best estimate October 23). Color starts around October 8 and is mostly bare by November 13.

How do I get to Connors Farm?

Connors Farm is in Danvers. The closest city is Boston, about 18 mi away (it's right in town). It's part of Massachusetts's fall lineup.

Connors Farm

Corn maze · Danvers · Massachusetts

A working farm on the North Shore where the corn maze gets a new theme every year, this season built around bumble bees as the Bee Happy Maze. General admission covers the petting zoo, pig races, hayrides, and pedal carts, with apple and pumpkin picking priced separately.

Best for: North Shore families near Salem

Don’t miss

New corn maze theme every year
Petting zoo and pig races included
Cider doughnuts at the farm stand

Plan your visit

2026 season: Aug 30 – Nov 1.

Bee Happy Corn Maze opens Aug 30; general Fall Fun activities run Sept 5 through Nov 1, 2026

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Dates from the official announcement — always confirm before you go.

2026 Forecast

Color nearby peaks: October 21–October 25

Color builds from October 8 · mostly bare by November 13

Method: daily ERA5 temperatures drive a photoperiod + chilling phenology model, sampled at Connors Farm’s own coordinates and elevation (14 m) rather than a regional average. Estimates, not promises — check locally before you plan a trip around it.

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Frequently asked

When is Connors Farm open in 2026?: The 2026 season runs Aug 30 – Nov 1. Bee Happy Corn Maze opens Aug 30; general Fall Fun activities run Sept 5 through Nov 1, 2026. Dates can shift, so check the official site before you go.
When does Connors Farm peak in 2026?: Peak color is predicted for October 21–October 25 (best estimate October 23). Color starts around October 8 and is mostly bare by November 13.
What is Connors Farm best for?: North Shore families near Salem.
How do I get to Connors Farm?: Connors Farm is in Danvers. The closest city is Boston, about 18 mi away (it's right in town). It's part of Massachusetts's fall lineup.

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